Johan Gadolin
Finnish chemist, physicist and mineralogist (1760–1852)
1760 — 1852
Quick Facts
Profession
Finnish chemist, physicist and mineralogist (1760–1852)
Born
June 5, 1760
Died
1852 (age ~92)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
physicist, geologist, chemist
Grand Duchy of FinlandBorn in TurkuDied in Mynämäki
1760
Born in Turku (1760-06-05)
1852
Died in Mynämäki
About
Johan Gadolin was a Finnish chemist, physicist and mineralogist. Gadolin discovered a "new earth" containing the first rare-earth compound yttrium, which was later determined to be a chemical element. He is also considered the founder of Finnish chemistry research, as the second holder of the Chair of Chemistry at the Royal Academy of Turku. Gadolin was ennobled for his achievements and awarded the Order of Saint Vladimir and the Order of Saint Anna.
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Who is Johan Gadolin?+
Johan Gadolin was a Finnish chemist, physicist and mineralogist. Gadolin discovered a "new earth" containing the first rare-earth compound yttrium, which was later determined to be a chemical element. He is also considered the founder of Finnish chemistry research, as the second holder of the Chair
What does the name Johan mean?+
The name Johan means "A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: An archaic variant of Joan, from Johan, from Johanna. Cf. John.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Johan Gadolin born?+
Johan Gadolin was born on June 5, 1760.
When did Johan Gadolin die?+
Johan Gadolin died in 1852, at approximately 92 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: An archaic variant of Joan, from Johan, from Johanna. Cf. John.
The name Johan is of Spanish origin, meaning "A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: An archaic variant of Joan, from Johan, from Johanna. Cf. John.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Johan — June 5, 1760
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Gemini
Curious, adaptable, communicative
Air · Mercury · May 21 – Jun 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Ahau
Sun — enlightenment, ascension, mastery
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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Guestbook
Built on your work. Hope I did it justice.
— a researcher
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
You made me understand something I thought was beyond me.
— a curious mind
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